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Drive Thru News #1 - Our 1st NEWS EPISODE!

The Drive Thru is our monthly recap where we've put together a menu of local, racing, electric-vehicle and random car-adjacent news. Tune in for Episode #1 covering July of 2020. Our first news episode!
Just some of the topics we covered this month:
Mustang Mach-E 1400
$35k all electric Bugatti “for kids”
eBussy - Modular EV that’s camper, pickup, and more
Canadian F1 Grand Prix Cancelled
McLaren + Gulf Reunite
Tesla sets eyes on Pikes Peak
Buy a Lambo with COVID $$$
1988 BMW E30 sells on BAT for $250k
and much, much more! 
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:00:34 Welcome to Brake/Fix
00:00:43 Introducing The Drive Thru Segment
00:01:20 Mustang Mach E 1400 Discussion
00:03:58 Tesla Model 3 Performance
00:12:28 Audi's Electric Car Challenges
00:17:56 Bugatti's $35,000 Electric Car for Kids
00:21:49 Dodge Demon Miata Competitor
00:23:47 The New Fiero Rendering
00:26:29 GM's Retro Car Strategy
00:32:44 Morgan's New Car Collaboration with BMW
00:35:30 Volkswagen SP2 Wide Body Conversion
00:39:39 Electric Brands' Modular eBussy
00:41:32 Aesthetic Appeal and Design
00:42:08 Technical Specifications and Performance
00:42:45 Market Comparison and Pricing
00:45:21 Local Motorsports News
00:46:21 COVID-19 Impact on Motorsports
00:53:23 International Motorsports Updates
00:56:42 Florida Man Stories
01:05:28 Random Car News
01:19:03 Upcoming GTM Events and Announcements
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TL:DR - I wanna go fast! ... things I wish I knew as a noob.

Hello there fellow car enthusiast! I see you just bought your dream car and you are ready to live out your Cole Trickle fantasies on a real race track! Ready to put that Ricky Bobby motto to the test and “shake and bake” your way right into the winner’s circle! Whether you think you are ready to go out and win Daytona, you have to actually drive on a race track first. In this episode we highlight the things we wish we knew before going to our first track day/weekend.  
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00:00:00 Introduction to Gran Touring Motorsports
00:00:22 Meet the Hosts and Special Guest
00:00:37 Things We Wish We Knew When Starting Track Days
00:02:13 Finding the Right Organization and Event
00:03:28 Do You Need a Dedicated Track Car?
00:10:26 Understanding Track Insurance
00:16:34 Preparing Your Car for the Track
00:21:56 Essential Gear and Clothing
00:34:49 Tools and Spare Parts to Bring
00:39:12 Miscellaneous Tips and Final Preparations
00:40:50 Fuel Tips for the Racetrack
00:41:14 Transporting Fuel Safely
00:41:37 Navigating Fuel Laws in Different States
00:42:41 Preparing for the Track: Essential Gear
00:54:08 Classroom Sessions: What to Expect
00:59:17 Meeting Your Instructor
01:06:40 On-Track Experience: First Time Out
01:12:50 Post-Session Tips and Maintenance
01:14:04 Final Thoughts and Community Shoutouts
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What Should I Buy? - V8 Convertibles

In this round of "What Should I Buy?" the debate continues with special guest John C from Project Motoring as we explore "open air motoring" and make some suggestions on V8 powered convertibles.
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00:00:00 Introduction and Panel Setup
00:00:38 Debate Kickoff: V8 Convertible Criteria
00:01:34 Clarifying Questions and Criteria
00:03:40 Exploring Convertible Options
00:09:26 Ferrari 348: A Deep Dive
00:15:39 Classic Car Alternatives
00:20:10 Modern Convertible Contenders
00:28:53 Hardtop vs. Ragtop Debate
00:31:13 Supercharged Beginnings
00:31:31 Modern Day Cobra
00:31:45 Viper vs. Modern Alternatives
00:35:51 Convertible Preferences
00:40:08 Favorite Engines and Sounds
00:50:39 Top Convertible Picks
01:00:49 Closing Thoughts and Acknowledgements
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A view from the Mountain, meet: Mountain Man Dan

Lemme tell ya'll a story, a story, about a man named... Mountain Man Dan!
Dan is one of our regular co-hosts on Break/Fix, he's heads up our “Mountain View” series as it's creator and writer, which includes all things dirt, off-road, trucks and bikes!
In this profile episode, we take a moment to get to know long time GTM member, and GTM Clubhouse Mountain Region Chief a little better. 
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What is ... The Gentleman Driver?

What is a “Gentleman Driver?” - The film frames the answer during the opening credits with a subtitle screen that reads “At the highest levels of sportscar racing, teams are required to include at least one amateur driver in their lineup. These men are often successful entrepreneurs who can afford to compete in this elite sport. They are known as Gentlemen drivers.”
The GTM "book club" reviews 'The Gentleman Driver' - A documentary that follows four tycoons who moonlight as Motorsport competitors and examines what fuels them to succeed, both at work and on the track. Now, some of you might be thinking, this isn’t new, this particular film debuted in 2018. That’s true, and even then the content was from the 2015-16 WEC/LEMANS/IMSA season. But it happens to be new to us, as a “recommended to watch” by Netflix. 
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00:00 Introduction to Gran Touring Motorsports
00:26 Overview of 'The Gentleman Driver' Documentary
00:58 Defining the Gentleman Driver
01:24 Panel Discussion: Initial Reactions
01:45 Deep Dive into the Four Tycoons
03:22 Exploring the Business and Racing Balance
04:55 Contradictions and Cinematic Choices
06:22 The Role and Impact of Gentleman Drivers
07:36 Comparisons with Other Racing Documentaries
10:05 Financial Aspects and Sponsorships
20:58 Celebrity Gentleman Drivers
25:09 Training and Competitiveness
29:13 Critique of Driver Representation
30:25 The Role of Sponsorship in Racing
31:32 Professional vs. Gentleman Drivers
36:08 Psychological Insights and Risk
43:17 Diversity and Representation in Racing
52:17 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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What Should I Buy? - Starter Track Cars

Within the GTM community, the debate of which car should I buy? never seems to fully end. Whether it be: what should I buy as my first track car? my backup car? my new daily? … or I just want something different. We discuss our Top-10 starter Motorsports (track) cars. Pros/Cons of each and ultimately leave the decision up to you. 
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00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions
00:36 Debate on First Track Car
01:20 Top Tips for Buying a Sports Car
02:03 BMW E36: The Popular Choice
05:43 BMW E46: The Big Brother
08:50 Volkswagen Mark 4: The Budget Option
14:55 MINI Coopers: The Quirky Contender
18:11 BRZ and FRS: The Balanced Twins
21:48 Porsche 996: The Starter Porsche
25:01 Ford Mustang: The American Muscle
30:46 High Belt Line and Visibility Issues
31:37 Front-Wheel Drive Fun: Hondas and Acuras
35:15 Corvette C5: The Driver's Car
39:10 The Iconic Mazda Miata
43:59 Honorable Mentions: Porsche 944 and Nissan 350Z
51:56 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
56:24 Conclusion and Contact Information
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What do you mean by Break/Fix? #fellowship

Merriam-Websters dictionary defines Fellowship as “a community of interest, activity, feeling, or experience … a company of equals or friends” — We are proud to say that GTM as a whole epitomizes this sentiment. Over the years we have definitely banded together in times of need. We wanted to take a moment to recap some of the more memorable adventures, and also explain why our Podcast is called "BREAK/FIX"!
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00:00 Introduction to Gran Touring Motorsports
00:35 Understanding Fellowship in Motorsports
01:17 Stories of Camaraderie and Support
02:55 Memorable Breakdowns and Repairs
05:47 Adventures and Mishaps on the Track
08:01 The Spirit of Helping Each Other
10:49 Rebuilding and Rescuing Cars
16:27 The Joy of Working on Cars Together
19:14 The Watkins Glen Incident
21:50 Trust and Teamwork in Racing
23:41 Memorable Track Mishaps
24:52 The Importance of Preparation
27:08 The Tool Treasury and DIY Days
28:17 Learning and Growing Together
29:46 Epic Summer Bash Story
32:57 The Racing Pit Crew Analogy
33:46 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
33:59 Thanking Our Supporters
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Who is Gran Touring Motorsports?

**SPREADING MOTORSPORTS ENTHUSIASM SINCE 2014**
Oftentimes we say “It’s not about the destination, it’s all about the journey” So in our very first episode, we introduce ourselves to the world at large, and answer the questions: Who is GTM? Where did we come from? And where are we going?
Gran Touring Motorsports is a “Non-Traditional” Motorsports Club started in 2014 as a social group of Car Enthusiasts. We’ve expanded into all sorts of motorsports and want to share our experiences with you. Our membership consists of a bunch of petrol-heads who like to get together and have a great time – but years of racing, wrenching and motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information.
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00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast
00:36 Who is GTM?
01:48 The Origins of GTM
02:30 High School Days and Early Car Enthusiasm
06:53 College Years and First Cars
10:46 The Birth of Grand Touring Audi
15:09 Transition to Road Racing and Engine Swaps
23:00 Reconnecting and Starting GTM
27:56 Reviving the Family Aspect of Car Clubs
28:21 Founding Grand Touring Motorsports
29:07 Early Growth and Expansion
30:32 Creating a Community Beyond the Track
31:17 Current Status and Future Plans
34:54 Regional Growth and Special Events
39:49 Philanthropy and Education Initiatives
44:41 Unique Events and Awards
46:20 Virtual Racing League and Fun Activities
48:14 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Listener Input
53:36 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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The GTM Clubhouse serves several areas: The DMV, NorthEast, Southern States, and Mountain Region. Our areas of interest revolve around: High Performance Driving Education (HPDE), AutoCross, Club Racing, Kart Racing, Drag Racing, Off-roading, Car Shows… or just about anything Car related!

Welcome to the Motoring Podcast Network!

Our flagship podcast Break/Fix started at the height of the pandemic in 2020, and has produced over 400 episodes since.
We partnered with other shows, magazines, websites, motorsports organizations and more, to bring you the best quality stories and information in the Autosphere. Years of racing, wrenching and motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information, and we’d be honored to have your voice, show, or platform join our network.
In 2023, Gran Touring Motorsports began efforts to expand their catalogue and give a home to our regular co-hosts who were trying to grow their own shows. Working together has expanded their reach, listenership and grown their audiences 10x!
Tune in and learn more about
Break/Fix Podcast (Gran Touring Motorsports)
The Motoring Historian (Jon Summers)
The Ferrari Marketplace (William Ross)
Evening With A Legend (ACO USA)
The Drive Thru News
What Should I Buy?
The History of Motorsports Series (IMRRC / SAH)
our Pit Stop Mini-sodes ... and much much more!
Background soundtrack for this trailer "Groovy Trap" by Caslo.
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